Prague: Pub Crawl with 2-Hour Open Bar at Drunken Monkey

Prague knows how to start a long night. This six-hour crawl combines a one or two-hour open bar at Drunken Monkey with drinking games, welcome shots, and entry to several nightlife spots. I like the easy social setup, especially for solo visitors, and I like that the route changes with the night instead of sending every group to the same fixed set of bars. The main catch is that the final club can be hit or miss, and the later part of the evening is partly self-guided.

At $44 per person, this is aimed at people who want a ready-made night out rather than a quiet introduction to Prague. Hosts help get the party moving, and names such as Vinci have earned praise for being friendly and looking after people who get separated from the group. Still, this is a drinking event first, not a cultural tour, and the advertised open bar can get crowded.

Key points to know before booking

• Two different start times: Choose the 8 p.m. pub crawl group or the 10 p.m. club pregame group.
• Open bar at Drunken Monkey: The early group drinks from about 7:45 to 9:45 p.m.; the later group has open bar from 10 to 11 p.m.
• Drinking games set the tone: Beer pong, flip cup, and giant dare Jenga make it easy to meet people quickly.
• The route changes nightly: Expect three or four bars and clubs, with the exact destinations chosen for that evening.
• Free entry at the end: Your package includes welcome shots or drinks and VIP entry to the final club.
• Best for party-minded adults: You must be 18 or older and able to show identification if asked.

What the $44 price actually buys you

The price is reasonable if you plan to use the included drinks and visit several venues. You are paying for the open bar, welcome drinks, entrance fees, party hosts, and the convenience of joining an international group without planning the night yourself.

The value depends heavily on your drinking habits. Someone who enjoys beer pong, mixed drinks, and shots can get plenty from the first bar alone. If you drink little, dislike crowded bars, or prefer choosing each venue yourself, the package becomes less attractive.

The open bar includes beer, wine, mixed drinks, vodka juice shooters, vodka energy shooters, absinthe, and rum shots. That is a broad list, but you should not read it as unlimited access without waiting. One person specifically found the bar difficult to reach during busy periods, so arriving ready to order and joining the games early makes sense.

You also save money on separate cover charges. Entry to all the bars and clubs on the route is included, along with free welcome shots or drinks. The final club comes with free VIP entrance, though the exact meaning of VIP can vary by venue. It does not guarantee that the club will be your favorite stop.

Choosing between the 8 p.m. and 10 p.m. groups

The two start times create noticeably different evenings.

The 8 p.m. pub crawl group

This is the fuller option. You meet at Drunken Monkey, where the open bar runs from roughly 7:45 to 9:45 p.m. The formal information also describes this as an 8 to 10 p.m. open bar, so allow for a short check-in period before the drinks begin.

You get more time at the starting bar, more time for drinking games, and a guided walk to the first bar. After that, the next stop is self-guided, with a token for a free shot on arrival. At the final club, you use a voucher for free entry.

Choose this group if you want the whole evening package and enjoy meeting people before moving around the city. It is also the better choice if you want hosts to help start the night rather than arriving at a club close to midnight.

The 10 p.m. club pregame group

This version is shorter and more flexible. You get open bar at Drunken Monkey from 10 to 11 p.m., along with two vouchers for free welcome shots and a voucher for free club entry.

After 11 p.m., you can stay at Drunken Monkey and buy drinks, or join the self-guided group to the bars and club at any time. Because city rules prevent a guided tour after 10 p.m., this option requires more independence.

I would choose it if your main goal is the club and you do not need a long hosted crawl. If you want help navigating the whole night, pick the earlier group.

Starting at Drunken Monkey

Drunken Monkey is the engine room of the evening. It gives everyone a common meeting point, a chance to collect drinks, and a quick way to find other people who are ready to party.

The drinking games matter more than they may sound. Beer pong and flip cup give you something to do besides stand around with a drink. Giant dare Jenga adds a louder, sillier element. You can also watch sports on flat screens or an HD projector, which gives the room another focus when the bar is packed.

The first stretch tends to be the most social part of the experience. People arrive from different countries, and the games make introductions easier than they would be in an ordinary bar. Solo visitors can fit in quickly, while groups of friends get a built-in activity instead of simply staying together all night.

The drawback is crowding. During the open bar, everyone wants service at once, and reaching the counter can take patience. I would not treat the first two hours as a relaxed cocktail session. It is louder, faster, and more competitive than that.

The bar-to-bar route and its changing stops

After Drunken Monkey, the group moves through three or four bars and clubs. Some descriptions refer to four or five venues, but the clearest expectation is three or four additional party spots after the starting bar. The exact route changes each night according to the best party or event available.

That flexibility is useful. A fixed route can send a group to a quiet venue on a slow night, while a changing route gives the hosts a chance to choose places with better energy. It also means you cannot judge the experience by the name of one final club or expect the same evening twice.

At each partner venue, you receive a free welcome shot or drink. Hosts are present to provide the welcome drink and help keep the party moving. The later bars are not presented as guided sightseeing stops, so do not expect explanations about Prague or the history of each neighborhood.

The route also calls for some attention from you. The first bar is guided, but parts of the later crawl are self-guided. Keep track of your group, listen for meeting instructions, and save the venue tokens and club voucher. A few people have ended up missing the final club after losing contact with the group or guide.

You may find the bar selection more interesting than the final stop. Several people enjoyed moving from place to place and seeing different sides of Prague’s nightlife, while others felt the club at the end was disappointing. That difference is normal for a changing nightlife route. The night’s event, crowd, and venue choice all matter.

What the hosts add to the night

The hosts are central to the experience. Their job is not to give a formal city tour. They organize the movement between venues, hand out welcome drinks, encourage the games, and help turn a scattered group into a social night.

This works especially well if you arrive alone. Friendly hosts make it easier to join a beer pong game or speak with people you have just met. One guide named Vinci received particular praise for helping someone who became separated from the group and for taking safety seriously.

The quality of the night still depends partly on the individual host and the size of the group. Several guides may be involved at different venues, and the energy can change as people leave or join the crawl. One person reported that the guide disappeared at some point, causing them to miss the final club, so keep your phone charged and stay alert when the group moves.

This is a party host service, not personal supervision. The hosts can help, but you remain responsible for your belongings, your alcohol intake, and finding the group if you wander off.

The final club can make or break the evening

Free entry to a major Prague nightclub sounds like the perfect finish, but this is the least predictable part of the package.

On a good night, the club gives you a larger room, louder music, and a natural place to continue until late. Some people stayed out until the early morning after visiting several clubs, while others found the final venue too expensive or not worth staying in.

The music and setting may not suit everyone. One New Year’s event ended in a temporary-looking venue with separate house and techno rooms, portable toilets outside, and very few people beyond the pub crawl group. That appears to have been a special event rather than the normal route, but it shows why you should keep expectations in check.

There can also be a wait at the entrance. One person reported waiting about 30 minutes, only for a companion to be refused by the bouncer. Free club entry does not mean guaranteed admission under every circumstance. Bring valid identification, dress appropriately for a nightclub, and remember that the venue has the final say at the door.

If the club is not your style, you are not trapped. The point of the crawl is the full sequence of venues, not a promise that the final room will suit every music taste.

Drinking rules, street conduct, and staying comfortable

Prague regulates nightlife, and the operator says that after 10 p.m. there is no guided tour. The crawl also asks people to follow the 10 p.m. street noise curfew and alcohol ban.

This affects the later route. You may receive directions, tokens, and vouchers, but you should not expect a host-led procession through the streets after 10 p.m. Do not drink openly while walking between venues, and keep your voice down in residential areas.

The open bar encourages fast drinking, especially when games and shots are involved. I would pace yourself early. You want enough energy for the later bars, and the night can become difficult if you try to maximize every included drink in the first hour.

There is no food listed as part of the experience. One person wished a vegetarian burger were available, so eat before you arrive. A proper meal is especially important for the 8 p.m. group, which may spend several hours drinking and moving from venue to venue.

Who will enjoy this Prague night out

I would recommend the crawl to adults who want a social, alcohol-heavy evening with little planning. It is a strong fit for:

• Solo visitors who want an easy group setting
• Friends looking for drinking games and several nightlife stops
• First-time visitors who want a simple way to sample Prague’s club scene
• People who enjoy meeting international party groups
• Anyone who values included drinks and entry fees

It is less suitable for anyone seeking quiet conversation, local food, live culture, or a carefully chosen music venue. Families may technically include adults of different ages, and one family had a good time with both young adults and grandparents, but this remains a late-night drinking activity. Children are not allowed, pregnant women should not take part, and all participants must be at least 18.

The crowd may also lean young and international. Some groups have included many American college-age people. That can create a friendly, energetic room, but it may not feel like an especially local Czech night.

Practical tips for getting better value

I would book the 8 p.m. group if you want the fullest experience. The 10 p.m. option is useful for a late start, but its open bar lasts only one hour and the rest of the route is self-guided.

Arrive early enough to find Drunken Monkey before the drinking begins. The early group starts its open bar around 7:45 p.m., while the later group starts around 10 p.m. Bring identification, and keep the free-drink tokens and club voucher somewhere secure.

Eat first, wear comfortable shoes, and bring only what you need. You will move between venues, and keeping track of a large bag while playing games or entering clubs is not ideal.

Stay close during transitions. The route can be self-guided after the first bar, and losing the group may mean missing a welcome drink or the final club. If you want to leave early, ask a host for clear directions rather than assuming the next venue is obvious.

If you are a repeat customer, ask about the available discount. The booking information says repeat visitors may benefit from one, though the amount is not specified.

Should you book the Drunken Monkey pub crawl?

Book it if you want a lively, low-planning night built around drinking, games, and meeting people. The open bar, free welcome drinks, included entry, and friendly hosts give the $44 price real value for a committed night owl.

Skip it if you want a calm evening, a distinctly Czech cultural experience, or full control over the music and venues. The route changes, the later portion is partly self-guided, and the final club may be excellent or underwhelming depending on the night.

My practical choice would be the 8 p.m. group, especially for a first visit to Prague. Use the opening games to meet people, pace yourself, keep your group together, and treat the final club as a bonus rather than the whole reason to book.

FAQ

How much does the Prague Drunken Monkey pub crawl cost?

The experience costs $44 per person.

How long does the pub crawl last?

The stated duration is six hours. Starting times vary, so check availability when booking.

What are the two available starting times?

You can choose the 8 p.m. pub crawl group or the 10 p.m. club pregame group.

How long is the open bar?

The early group has open bar for about two hours, from roughly 7:45 to 9:45 p.m., also described as 8 to 10 p.m. The later group has open bar from 10 to 11 p.m.

What drinks are included at the open bar?

Included drinks are unlimited beer, wine, mixed drinks, vodka juice shooters, vodka energy shooters, absinthe, and rum shots.

Which games are available at Drunken Monkey?

You can play beer pong, flip cup, and giant dare Jenga. Sports are also shown on flat screens or an HD projector.

How many bars and clubs does the crawl visit?

The experience visits three or four bars and clubs after starting at Drunken Monkey. Some descriptions refer to four or five venues in total, and the exact route changes each night.

Is entry to the final nightclub included?

Yes. You receive free VIP entry to the final club, along with free entry to the other bars and clubs on the route. The nightclub may still apply its own entrance requirements, including an identification check.